Experts at the second national paediatric stroke conclave in Bengaluru highlighted the alarming lack of awareness about paediatric stroke in India, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment. They emphasized the need for increased awareness and better infrastructure to address this critical issue.
NASA has further delayed the return of the Boeing Starliner crew from the International Space Station due to technical issues, prompting concerns about the mission’s schedule. The postponement comes after multiple failures in the spacecraft’s systems, raising questions about the safety and reliability of the Starliner program. This delay adds to the program’s existing challenges, including cost overruns and past technical difficulties.
Explore the wonders of the universe with these awe-inspiring images captured by NASA. From the Crab Nebula to the early universe, these photos offer a glimpse into the vastness and beauty of space.
Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) were forced to take shelter for an hour after a defunct Russian satellite disintegrated into over 100 pieces near the station. While the immediate threat has passed, the debris cloud poses a long-term risk, with experts estimating it will take weeks to months for the danger to subside.
The Antikythera mechanism, an ancient Greek device used to track celestial motions, was found to follow a lunar calendar, not the solar calendar previously thought. New research using advanced statistical techniques confirms the device’s 354-day cycle, highlighting the ingenuity of its creators.
A skyscraper-sized asteroid will pass within three-quarters the average distance between Earth and the moon on Saturday, June 29. The asteroid, named 2024 MK, is estimated to be about 480 feet (146 meters) across and will be traveling at roughly 21,000 mph (34,000 km/h) during its closest approach. Although it poses no threat to Earth, NASA classifies it as a ‘potentially hazardous asteroid’ due to its size and orbit. The asteroid will zoom back out toward the asteroid belt and will not return until 2037.
OpenAI has unveiled CriticGPT, an AI model specifically designed to identify and correct errors in code generated by GPT-4. This new model leverages reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF) to enhance code quality, achieving a 63% improvement over ChatGPT in error detection. While still under development, CriticGPT has the potential to revolutionize code review and enhance the reliability of AI-generated code.
A 13-year-old Brazilian rainbow boa named Ronaldo, previously identified as male, has given birth to 14 babies after spending nine years in isolation. This phenomenon, known as parthenogenesis or virgin birth, is rare but has been observed in various species in captivity. The snakelets are clones of their mother, showcasing the fascinating reproductive capabilities of the animal kingdom.
This article explores the concept of a species, the fundamental unit of taxonomy in biology. It delves into the history of species classification, highlighting the biological species concept and its limitations, and the evolutionary species concept, which emphasizes shared traits and common ancestry. The article also touches upon the ongoing debate about the number of species on Earth and emphasizes the crucial role of species classification in conservation efforts and understanding life’s diversity.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the field of biodiversity research, helping scientists identify new animal species and monitor complex ecosystems. While AI alone cannot definitively identify new species, it can flag potential candidates for further investigation by expert biologists. By analyzing vast datasets collected from camera traps, smartphones, and automated monitoring systems, AI is enabling researchers to gain a deeper understanding of Earth’s wildlife and the threats they face.
